2025 NASPAA Conferences
On behalf of the NASPAA staff and Executive Council, we welcome you to attend our annual Global Conference in Flagstaff, Arizona, from October 8 to 10, 2025, and the NASPAA Regional Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from May 27 to 28, 2025.
This year’s Global Conference promises to deliver an outstanding experience, featuring engaging panels and a full day of workshops and professional development opportunities on Wednesday. We are thrilled to partner with Northern Arizona University, Arizona State University, and Arizona University to provide an all-encompassing destination conference with innovative panels, childcare for families attending the conference, and excursions.
We are equally excited about the NASPAA Regional Conference in Riyadh. Regional conferences play a key role in advancing NASPAA’s mission to bring together public affairs professionals from around the world. After a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are eager to reconvene and foster meaningful dialogue on quality public affairs education and public service, particularly in regions of the world where such discussions are less prevalent. NASPAA's Regional conference will also provide a valuable opportunity for NASPAA members to network with leaders from public affairs programs across the globe.
Learn more:
2025 Global Conference
Making a Difference Globally Through Quality Public Service Education
Explore how public service education can address global challenges through innovation and collaboration. Workshops and panels will cover curriculum development, nonprofit engagement, governance, performance management, and AI, among others.
2025 Regional Conference
Shaping a Global Future for Public Affairs
Discover how public affairs education is evolving to tackle global challenges through innovative curricula, cross-cultural learning, and cutting-edge research. Engage with experts on governance, technology, sustainability, and policy solutions to shape the next generation of public service leaders.
Call for Proposals
NASPAA proudly invites you to participate in our conference by submitting a proposal. This is your opportunity to share your expertise, contribute to meaningful dialogue, and help shape the future of public service education. Carefully review submission deadlines for each conference.